# S2 E35 Design of Experiments, Real World Experience, & Human Interaction | Angel Martinez

- Show: [Being an Engineer](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer)
- Published: 2021-08-13
- Length: 48m
- Episode: 35
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-08-13-s2-e35-design-of-experiments-real-world-experience-human-interaction-angel-marti
- Listen: https://teampipeline.us/design-of-experiments-angel-martinez/

## Summary

Angel Martinez, Director of Engineering at Edwards Lifesciences and former leader at Abbott Vascular Devices and 3M, discusses the critical intersection of technical rigor and human interaction in engineering careers. He shares how applying Design of Experiments (DOE) transformed a catheter manufacturing yield from 60% to 92% and argues that engineers must develop strong interpersonal skills to advance beyond individual contributor roles. Martinez also highlights the importance of practical education, bilingualism in accessing multinational opportunities, and adapting communication styles using tools like DISC to manage diverse teams effectively.

## Chapters

- [0:48](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-08-13-s2-e35-design-of-experiments-real-world-experience-human-interaction-angel-marti#t=48) Introduction and Career Origins
- [3:55](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-08-13-s2-e35-design-of-experiments-real-world-experience-human-interaction-angel-marti#t=235) Management vs. Individual Contributor Paths
- [9:58](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-08-13-s2-e35-design-of-experiments-real-world-experience-human-interaction-angel-marti#t=598) Design of Experiments and Yield Improvement
- [13:28](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-08-13-s2-e35-design-of-experiments-real-world-experience-human-interaction-angel-marti#t=808) Manufacturing Experience and Operator Insight
- [23:54](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-08-13-s2-e35-design-of-experiments-real-world-experience-human-interaction-angel-marti#t=1434) Engineering Education and Real-World Application
- [27:32](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-08-13-s2-e35-design-of-experiments-real-world-experience-human-interaction-angel-marti#t=1652) Human Dynamics and Relationship Building
- [32:09](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-08-13-s2-e35-design-of-experiments-real-world-experience-human-interaction-angel-marti#t=1929) Time Management and Remote Communication
- [39:08](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-08-13-s2-e35-design-of-experiments-real-world-experience-human-interaction-angel-marti#t=2348) Industry Trends and Diversity
- [42:35](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-08-13-s2-e35-design-of-experiments-real-world-experience-human-interaction-angel-marti#t=2555) DISC Profiles and Career Advice

## Topics

- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)
- [Leadership, teams & culture](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/leadership-and-culture)
- [Design for manufacturing & NPI](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/design-for-manufacturing)
- [Hiring & workforce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/hiring-and-workforce)

## Most relevant to

large enterprises

## Mentioned

- Edwards Lifesciences (company)
- Abbott Vascular Devices (company)
- 3M (company)
- Johnson and Johnson (company)
- Pipeline Design & Engineering (company)
- DISC (tool)

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